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Guam was once again graced by the energetic presence of Sandro Bottega, proprietor of Italy’s famed Distilleria Bottega. These are the folks who have created some of Guam’s favorite sparkling wines including the “Wine of Love” Petalo Moscato and Fragolino Rosso.

I’m often asked about a favorite restaurant of mine and I usually cite a handful of places I really like. One of these is Ebisu. There are actually a lot of reasons why I like (more like LOVE) Ebisu. The salmon is unique. A special smoked salmon that is always fresh and enhances any dish that uses it. The jazz that plays during dinner.

As much as I appreciate and enjoy all the wonderful music created and performed by the Bee Gees, I have to confess that their music and singing (as channeled by the visiting Australian Bee Gees) was over-shadowed and out-matched by the superb culinary creativity demonstrated by our local celebrity chef, Veronica “Ronnie” Perez (of Cup & Sauc

Something fresh, rejuvenating, nutritious and delicious has sprouted on the restaurant scene in Saipan this past November and I was delighted to have lunched there during my most recent visit to Saipan Friday of last week.

Oishi! Japanese Curry House opened while I was travelling off-island. It is located in the same small space that used to house Pika’s Cafe. This size seems to work better for Oishi! Japanese Curry House as their menu is simpler and streamlined to only feature curry dishes, specifically Japanese curry dishes.

Editor's note: Are you in the mood for a juicy burger? If so, check this review out and then click onto our Restaraunt section to read about some other tasty burgers available on Guam.  And if you have a favorite place, tell us about it.